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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
R4P42CN

R4P42CN

Panduit Corporation

42" DEEP 4 POST RACK WITH CAGE N

30
S6229B

S6229B

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 42 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

0
C2RR197023DLG1

C2RR197023DLG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ASSEMBLED

0
HME2068

HME2068

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR SINGLE DOOR ENCL

0
S6822WF

S6822WF

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 48 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

0
HN4FS602418SS

HN4FS602418SS

Hammond Manufacturing

N4X 3-PT FREESTANDING ENCL

0
N8229WC

N8229WC

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 42 RU X 1219MMD N TYPE,

0
SR45UBWDVRT

SR45UBWDVRT

Tripp Lite

45U RACK ENCL SERVER CABINET

0
S7219B

S7219B

Panduit Corporation

700MMW X 42 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0
N8822B

N8822B

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 48 RU X 1219MMD N TYPE,

0
C2RR197831DLG1

C2RR197831DLG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ASSEMBLED

0
S6222WF

S6222WF

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 42 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

1
C2RR196323LG1

C2RR196323LG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ASSEMBLED

0
EN4DH242415LG

EN4DH242415LG

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE STEEL DUAL ACCESS

0
1915-3-001-12

1915-3-001-12

Kendall Howard

12U WALL MOUNT RACK

30
HFMD1485

HFMD1485

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR FLANGE DISC ENCL

0
ARR-1296-NF

ARR-1296-NF

Bud Industries, Inc.

RACK ALUMINUM RELAY 42" X 23"

0
RCHV1902824BK1

RCHV1902824BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 24.5X21X30 BLK

9
S8512B

S8512B

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 45 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0
SRW6UW

SRW6UW

Tripp Lite

6UWALL MNT RACK ENC 15X24X18

3123

Racks

1. Overview

Racks are standardized frame systems designed to house and organize electronic equipment, providing mechanical support, cable management, and environmental protection. Defined by international standards (e.g., EIA-310), they ensure interoperability across industries. Their importance lies in enabling scalable infrastructure for data centers, telecommunications, industrial automation, and mission-critical systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
19" Open Frame RackLightweight, ventilated structure with adjustable mountingData center network switches
23" Cabinet RackLegacy standard with enclosed designTelecom legacy equipment
Wall-Mount RackSpace-saving vertical mountingBranch office servers
4-Post Server RackReinforced load-bearing for heavy equipmentEnterprise data centers
Portable RackMobile solutions with casters and shock absorptionField deployment systems

3. Structure and Components

Typical racks feature:

  • Vertical mounting rails with tapped holes (10-32 UNF)
  • Adjustable horizontal supports
  • Integrated cable management (vertical/horizontal)
  • Material options: Steel (2-4mm thickness), Aluminum alloys
  • Accessories: PDU units, fan trays, security locks

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterValue RangeImportance
Rack Unit (RU)1U=1.75" (44.45mm)Standardized height measurement
Load Capacity50-2000kgEquipment safety and structural integrity
Material Thickness1.2-6.0mmVibration resistance and durability
Cooling Efficiency0.5-5.0m /sThermal management performance
Seismic Rating0.2-2.0gEarthquake protection compliance

5. Application Fields

  • Data Centers: Server clusters, storage arrays
  • Telecommunications: 5G base stations, fiber distribution hubs
  • Industrial Automation: PLC systems, SCADA controllers
  • Medical Equipment: MRI scanners, diagnostic systems
  • Avionics: Flight control systems, navigation equipment

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

VendorRepresentative ProductKey Features
PanduitNetShelter VXModular cooling, 80kW rack support
RittalTS8 CabinetIP55 protection, active airflow management
Schneider ElectricAPC AR SeriesToolless mounting, seismic certification
Tripp LiteSU Series RackZeroU cable management, seismic compliance

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

  • Calculate total equipment weight (including future expansion)
  • Verify RU requirements with equipment manufacturers
  • Assess cooling needs using airflow simulation
  • Confirm compliance with local building codes
  • Plan cable entry points and management systems

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include:

  • Modular rack designs for edge computing deployments
  • Smart racks with IoT-enabled environmental sensors
  • Advanced composite materials reducing weight by 30%
  • Integration with AI-powered thermal management systems
  • Standardization efforts for global interoperability (IEEE 1100)

9. Practical Application Case

A hyperscale data center implemented 42U high-density racks with:

  • Integrated 3-phase 208V PDUs
  • Containment baffles achieving 85% cooling efficiency
  • Load distribution optimization reducing hotspots by 60%
  • Modular expansion supporting 25% annual growth
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